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Secondary

Course Catalog

2018-2019

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General Information Introduction 3

Advanced Placement ® Courses 3

Graduation Credit Requirements 4

Courses Offerings by Grade Level Middle School 5 High School 8

Course Descriptions Course Descriptions (alphabetically by department) 13

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INTRODUCTION The Wellspring School in Ras Al Khaimah (TWS-RAK) educates the children to become dynamic people of truth and excellence who effectively influence society. Our vision for students is that over their lifetimes they will become global citizens of truth and excellence in every vocation, impacting the world and inspiring others to do the same.

TWS-RAK is a member of the International Schools Consortium (iSC) – an organization that, for 30 years, has offered academically-excellent programs to meet the intellectual, physical, and emotional needs of students in China and the United Arab Emirates. iSC serves more than 1,800 students, most of whom are the children of foreign nationals and expatriates working for companies in China and the United Arab Emirates. iSC is a division of the LDi family of companies, an organization committed to leadership development, training, and transformation around the world. Our schools offer an American curriculum and a college preparatory system of instruction.

Because iSC is a multi-school organization, students and teachers are able to participate in system-wide programs in which they can interact with others outside their immediate school context. The opportunity to be a part of this larger, inter-connected community is just one of the many ways in which the TWS-RAK experience is unique.

This course catalog is designed to provide an overview of the secondary courses offered at TWS-RAK. All students in the sixth, seventh, and eighth grades take courses in Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, English, Arabic, Art, Music, and Physical Education. The high school program begins in ninth grade (ages 14-15) and is administered according to a semester credit system. To graduate, a minimum of 24 high school credits are required based upon the iSC graduation credit system. High school courses are valued at 0.5 credits per semester; one-semester courses will receive 0.5 credits and yearlong courses will receive 1.0 credits.

Advanced Placement® Courses TWS-RAK believes that proper preparation for college is vital. Because of this, the TWS-RAK Advanced Placement® (AP) program is being implemented for the high school program. These classes are optional. They are college-level courses and may not be suitable for all students. Additionally, TWS-RAK will offer as many courses as possible to meet the needs of the students but will not guarantee that every course can be taught.

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Graduation Credit Requirements

Subject Credits Required for Graduation † English 4 Social Studies 3 Science 3 Mathematics 3 Foreign Language* 2 Physical Education & Health 2 Fine Arts 1 Moral Education** 0 Electives*** 6 Total 24 * Arabic Language is required for every semester while in the UAE based on the Ministry of Education guidelines. **Moral Education (or character-based education) is required by the UAE for all students. Although it does not receive graduation credit, participation in the activities and assignments is compulsory. It is also weaved throughout the entire educational program to assist students in making positive character choices preparing them to be a positive influence on society. ***Additional electives will be examined based upon the goals for graduation and the universities sought by the student. The Ministry of Education in the UAE also requires Islamic Studies and Arabic Social Studies courses for some students which TWS-RAK includes within the elective credit category. † Acceptance of transfer credits from other schools or institutions will be determined by the principal and school counselor (transfer credits will not count toward a student’s TWS-RAK GPA)

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Courses Offerings by Grade Level The following tables look at what classes are typically taught at each grade level and the possible choices are available for the student. Not all courses will be offered every year. Green colored classes are offered 2018-19, while blue colored classes will be offered in future years.

Middle School Courses

Subjects MIDDLE SCHOOL 6 7 8

ARABIC

ARAB 101 - Arabic as a Foreign Language Level 1

ARAB 102 - Arabic as a Foreign Language Level 2

ARAB 103 - Arabic as a Foreign Language Level 3

ARAB 110 - Native Arabic 6

ARAB 111 - Native Arabic 7

ARAB 112 - Native Arabic 8

6 7 8

VISUAL ARTS ART 101 - Art 6

ART 102 - Art 7/8

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ART 102 - Art 7/8

6 7 8

ENGLISH

ENG 101 - English 6

ENG 102 - English 7

ENG 103 - English 8

6 7 8

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

ACQUISITION

ESOL 101 - MS ESL Level 1

ESOL 102 - MS ESL Level 2

ESOL 103 - MS ESL Support

6 7 8

MATHEMATICS

MA101 - Math 6

MA102 - Math 7

MA 103 - Pre-Algebra

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MA 201 - Algebra 1

6 7 8

MUSIC

MUS 101 - Music 6

MUS 102 - Music 7/8

MUS 102 - Music 7/8

6 7 8

PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND

HEALTH

PE 101 - Physical Education 6

PE 102 - Physical Education 7/8

PE 102 - Physical Education 7/8

6 7 8

SCIENCE

SCI 101 - Integrated Science 1

SCI 102 - Integrated Science 2

SCI 103 - Integrated Science 3

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6 7 8

SOCIAL STUDIES

SS 104 - World Regions (Western Hemisphere)

SS 105 - World Regions (Eastern Hemisphere)

SS 101 - World Geography (Will be replaced with history)

High School Courses

Subjects HIGH SCHOOL 9 10 11 12

ARABIC

ARAB 201 - Arabic as a Foreign Language Level 1

ARAB 202 - Arabic as a Foreign Language Level 2

ARAB 203 - Arabic as a Foreign Language Level 3

ARAB 204 - Arabic as a Foreign Language Level 4

ARAB210 - Native Arabic 9

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ARAB211 - Native Arabic 10

ARAB310 - Native Arabic 11

ARAB311 - Native Arabic 12

9 10 11 12

VISUAL ARTS ART201 - Art Fundamentals

ART401 - AP® 2D or 3D Design - may be offered

9 10 11 12

ENGLISH

EN201 - Communication and Composition

EN202 - World Literature

EN301 - American Literature

EN302 - English Literature

EN401- AP® English Language and Composition

9 10 11 12

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE

ACQUISITION

ESOL201 - HS ESL Level 1

ESOL202 - HS ESL Level 2

ESOL203 - HS ESL Support

9 10 11 12

MATHEMATICS

MA201 - Algebra 1

MA202 - Geometry

MA301 - Algebra 2

MA302 - Pre-Calculus

MA401 - AP® Statistics

MA402 - AP® Calculus (AB/BC)

9 10 11 12

MUSIC MUS201 - Introduction to Music

9 10 11 12

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND

HEALTH

PE201 - High School Physical Education and Health

PE202 - High School Physical Education and Health

9 10 11 12

SCIENCE

SCI201 - Biology

SCI202 - Chemistry

SCI301 - Physics

SCI401 - AP® Chemistry

SCI402 - AP® Physics 1 or C

9 10 11 12

SOCIAL STUDIES

SS201 - World History 1

SS202 - World History 2

SS301 US History - not offered 2018-19

SS302 Economics

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SS303 Systems of Government

SS401 AP® World History

9 10 11 12

TECHNOLOGY

TEC201 - 21st Century Technology

TEC202 - Introduction to Python Programming Language

TEC401 - AP® Computer Science

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Course Descriptions

Fine Arts Courses: Performing Arts MUS101: Music G6 Curriculum: Various music pieces; musical DVDs; music files Grade Level: 6 Length: 1-2x/week (Full Year) Prerequisites: None Assessments: Projects; tests in music theory, history, rhythm, tonality, and vocal performance The purpose of this course is to grow in musical literacy, expression and understanding. The students will learn to read, write, improvise and perform in duple and triple meter. They will learn about how music intersects with dance, acting and the visual arts in operas and musicals. MU102: Middle School Music Curriculum: Various music pieces; musical DVDs; music files Grade Level: 7-8 Length: 2-3x/week (1 Semester) Prerequisites: None Assessments: Projects; tests in music theory, history, rhythm, tonality, and vocal performance Students will have the opportunity to develop reading, improvising and performance skills in a recorder ensemble (including sopranino, soprano, alto, tenor and bass recorders). They will compose and notate their own musical compositions before performing them. They will also study and analyze the musical heritage of various cultures around the world. MU110: Middle School Musical Workshop Curriculum: Various music pieces; musical DVDs; music files Grade Level: 7-8 Length: 2-3x/week Assessments: Drama and musical performance skills. Students will work together to perform a musical. They will grow in their ability to sing alone and with others, harmonize, and project. They will also learn key elements about drama, such as staging, directions, and choreography. There will also be an emphasis on developing skills like teamwork, planning and fulfilling responsibilities. MU111: Middle School Choir Curriculum: Various music pieces; musical DVDs; music files Grade Level: 7-8 Length: 2-3x/week Assessments: Projects; tests in music theory, history, rhythm, tonality, and vocal performance Students will collaborate to perform various musical pieces. Students will be introduced to essential components of choral music.

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MU201: Introduction to Music Curriculum: Various music pieces; musical DVDs; music files Grade Level: 9-12 Length: 2-3x/week (Full Year) (not offered 2018-19) Prerequisites: None Assessments: Projects; tests in music theory, history, rhythm, tonality, and vocal performance The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of basic music theory and general knowledge about music, from classic to contemporary music building upon Music in Middle School. High School Music includes reading, listening, writing music, and vocal performance. Throughout the course, students will learn about musical history and musicians. The students will practice singing by reading notes, learning about basic musical techniques, and presentation skills. Students will focus on the general and interesting aspects of the music field. MU210: High School Musical Workshop Curriculum: Various music pieces; musical DVDs; music files Grade Level: 9-12 Length: 2-3x/week Assessments: Drama and musical performance skills. Students will work together to perform a musical. They will grow in their ability to sing alone and with others, harmonize, and project. They will also learn key elements about drama, such as staging, directions, and choreography. There will also be an emphasis on developing skills like teamwork, planning and fulfilling responsibilities. MU211: High School Choir Curriculum: Various music pieces; musical DVDs; music files Grade Level: 9-12 Length: 2-3x/week Assessments: Projects; tests in music theory, history, rhythm, tonality, and vocal performance Students will collaborate to perform various musical pieces. Students will learn and demonstrate essential components of choral music.

Fine Arts Courses: Visual Arts

ART101: Art G6 Curriculum: Online Resources Grade Level: 6 Length: 2-3x/week (One Semester) Prerequisites: None Assessments: Projects, group critiques, sketchbook checks, quizzes, tests This course provides an introduction to two-dimensional design and drawing skills through the creation of art and the study of art history. Students will be instructed in 2D design vocabulary, media, and processes. This course will give students an understanding of the basic Elements and Principles of Art. The Elements of Art that will be covered in Art G6 are: Line, Color,

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Texture, Value and Shape. After studying each Element and/or Principle of Art, students will create a project (seven or eight in the semester) to reinforce their learning. Students will also learn and practice drawing skills to develop their observation skills and refine their technique and hand-eye coordination when creating artwork. Students will be asked to maintain a sketchbook on a weekly basis. Grading will be based on the student’s effort, understanding of the concepts and the completion of projects. ART102: Middle School Art Curriculum: Online Resources Grade Level: 7-8 Length: 2-3x/week (One Semester) Prerequisites: None Assessments: Projects, group critiques, sketchbook checks, quizzes, tests This course provides an introduction to two-dimensional design and drawing skills through the creation of art and the study of art history. Students will be instructed in 2D design vocabulary, media, and processes. This course will give students an understanding of the basic Elements and Principles of Art. The Elements of Art that will be covered in Art G6 are: Line, Color, Texture, Value, Shape/Form and Space. After studying each Element and/or Principle of Art, students will create a project (seven or eight in the semester) to reinforce their learning. Students will also learn and practice drawing skills to develop their observation skills and refine their technique and hand-eye coordination when creating artwork. Students will be asked to maintain a sketchbook on a weekly basis. Grading will be based on the student’s effort, understanding of the concepts and the completion of projects. ART201: Introduction to Art Curriculum: Online Resources Grade Level: 9-12 Length: Full year (1 credit) Prerequisites: None Assessments: Artist research/website, displaying completed artwork, critiques, quizzes, textbook assignments, sketchbook checks This course is designed to provide the foundation for subsequent, more advanced art courses. Students will create artworks using a variety of media to demonstrate their understanding of the Elements of Art and Principles of Design. Students will gain a better understanding of the function and purpose of art, its history and a variety of styles of art. A willingness to be actively involved in the creative process is more important than the student’s talent or previous art experience. Students will be asked to maintain a sketchbook on a weekly basis. Grading will be based on the student’s effort, understanding of the concepts and the completion of projects. ART210: Art Independent Study Curriculum: Online Resources Grade Level: 9-12 (offered as needed) Length: Various Prerequisites: None Assessments: Artist research/website, displaying completed artwork, critiques, quizzes, textbook assignments

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This is a flexible course designed to assist student study areas in art that are not available for study in a given year. Students will work with the guidance counselor and art teacher to determine the specific timing and objectives for the course. ART211: Yearbook Design Curriculum: Online Resources, Adobe® Grade Level: 7-12 Length: 2x/week (Full Year) (possibly offered 2018-19) Prerequisites: None Assessments: Quizzes, performance tasks, participation This collaborative course designs, prepares and executes the school’s annual yearbook. As part of this project, students will learn basic skills of graphic design, photography, photo editing, layout, theme development, familiarity with some of Adobe’s ® products and journalism.

Arabic Language Courses* *The Ministry of Education determines additional courses taught in Arabic Language for relevant students including: Arabic Social Studies, Islamic Studies, and others. These courses are not described in this catalog. ARAB101-103: Arabic as a Foreign Language Level 1-3 Curriculum: Various Materials for Arabic as a Foreign Language Grade Level: 6-8 Length: 1 year Assessments: Vocabulary dictation, projects, quizzes, unit tests, final exams These courses are taught to non-native Arabic speakers and take students from the foundations of Arabic language learning to a high level of listening, reading, writing, and speaking. Students will learn at their appropriate level focusing on all four areas of language development while also learning relevant cultural elements throughout. ARAB110, ARAB 111, and ARAB112: Native Arabic Language G6, G7, and G8 Curriculum: Ministry of Education Arabic Language G6, G7, and G8 Grade Level: 6, 7, and 8 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: Grade level equivalency Assessments: Vocabulary dictation, projects, quizzes, unit tests, final exams This course, for native Arabic speakers, follows the guidelines set by the Ministry of Education and guides students through Arabic Language learning at grade level. ARAB201-202, ARAB 301-302: Arabic as a Foreign Language Level 1-4 Curriculum: Various Materials for Arabic as a Foreign Language Grade Level: 9-12 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None Assessments: Vocabulary dictation, projects, quizzes, unit tests, final exams

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These courses are taught to non-native Arabic speakers and take students from the foundations of Arabic language learning to a high level of listening, reading, writing, and speaking. Students will learn at their appropriate level focusing on all four areas of language development while also learning relevant cultural elements throughout. ARAB210-211, ARAB 310-311: Native Arabic Language G9, G10, G11, and G12 Curriculum: Ministry of Education Arabic Language G9, G10, G11, and G12 Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, and 12 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: Grade level equivalency Assessments: Vocabulary dictation, projects, quizzes, unit tests, final exams This course, for native Arabic speakers, follows the guidelines set by the Ministry of Education and guides students through Arabic Language learning at grade level.

English-Language Arts Courses EN101: English G6 Curriculum: College Board: Springboard English Language Arts 6; Online sources Grade Level: 6 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None Assessments: Digital and print projects, research work, class presentation, and various reading and writing assignments The purpose of this course is to provide a foundation for advanced English classes that students will take throughout the remainder of their education. The literary focus of the class will be on a general survey of fiction and non-fiction. Literary concepts such as plot elements, figurative language, and characterization will be used to analyze and evaluate literature. The vocabulary focus of the class will be on basic skills such as parts of speech, contextual clues, and literal versus figurative meaning. The grammatical focus will be on correct capitalization, punctuation, sentence structure, and parts of speech. The compositional focus will be on well-constructed outlines, paragraphs, and summaries. Students will be required to write a variety of essays, 2-3 pages in length. EN102: English G7 Curriculum: College Board: Springboard English Language Arts 7; Online sources Grade Level: 7 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None Assessments: Digital and print projects, research work, class presentation, and various reading and writing assignments The purpose of this course is to continue to build a solid foundation for further study of English in high school. This course will focus on in-depth analysis of the literary genres. The vocabulary focus of this course will be to further diction, spelling, correct choices of synonyms and antonyms, recognizing denotation and connotation. The grammatical focus will be on written essays that demonstrate correct grammar usage and mechanics. The

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compositional focus will be on well-constructed and clearly-expressed paragraphs demonstrated in three or four written papers. EN103: English G8 Curriculum: College Board: Springboard English Language Arts 8; Online sources Grade Level: 8 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None Assessments: Digital and print projects, class presentation, research work, various reading and writing assignments, and class discussions The purpose of this course is to actively involve students in learning through a focus on literature, writing, and grammar. Through a student-centered approach to the study of English, students gain practical reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. The main reading is organized in thematic collections. Throughout the class, students will write a selection of works including a personal narrative, a critical essay analyzing text, and a research project. EN201: Communication and Composition Curriculum: The Little, Brown Handbook, Pearson Grade Level: 9-10 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None Assessments: Researched papers, speeches, debates, and multimedia presentations The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of basic composition and communication skills. Through a student-centered approach to the study of English, students will gain practical reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. The main text is organized to target the grammar, mechanics, and style in communication. Through literature read in the second half of the course, students will develop skills in research and academic writing across multiple disciplines, as well as hone oral communication and presentation skills. EN202: World Literature Curriculum: Norton Anthology of World Literature, W.W. Norton & Company Grade Level: 10 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None Assessments: Literary critiques, research projects and papers, quizzes, exams, and a final portfolio presentation The purpose of this course is to consider large world questions answered through the eyes of multicultural writers. Students will gain practical reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. The main text is organized to target reading skills. The other text varieties are to show a large selection of voices from around the world. Students will study and analyze works of literature and will use the “masters” as models for their own writing. EN301: American Literature Curriculum: Norton’s Anthology of American Literature, W.W. Norton & Company Grade Level: 11-12 Length: 1 year

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Prerequisites: EN201, EN202, or equivalent Assessments: Literary critiques, research projects and papers, quizzes, exams, and a final portfolio presentation The purpose of this course is to actively involve students in learning through literary analysis and writing. Through a student-centered approach to the study of English, students will gain practical reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. The main text is organized around literary periods. Students will study and analyze works of literature to learn about American history, thought processes, and cultural ideas. Using various literary theories, students will analyze and evaluate works. They will use the “masters” as models for their own writing. EN302: English Literature Curriculum: Norton Anthology of English Literature, W.W. Norton & Company Grade Level: 11-12 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: EN201, EN202, or equivalent Assessments: Literary critiques, research projects and papers, quizzes, exams, and a final portfolio presentation The purpose of this course is to actively involve students in learning through literary analysis and writing. The course will guide students through a chronological survey of the history of English literature. Students will gain practical reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. The main text is organized by time and literary periods. Students will study and analyze works of literature and will use the “masters” as models for their own writing. EN401: AP® English Language and Composition Grade Level: 11-12 Length: 1 year (not offered 2018-19) Prerequisites: EN201, EN202, and Teacher Recommendation This course will be developed and offered in the future.

English Language Development (ELD) Courses

ESD101: Middle School Language Foundations* Curriculum: Ballard and Tighe: Champion of Ideas – Red/Blue Grade Level: 6-8 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: English Language Assessment Determining Level Assessments: Vocabulary and grammar quizzes, unit tests, and group/individual projects. The purpose of this course is to prepare Level 1 students for a rigorous secondary education by taking their foundations in English to the next level. This class provides comprehensive language development for reading, writing, and grammar, as well as an academic vocabulary focus. The ESD department oversees students’ language development in core subject classes including science, social studies, and English. Students attend these core classes with the goal of acquiring academic English language skills. Teachers in these

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classes work with the ELD teacher and students to provide modified curriculum, assignments, and assessments. *Note – In some situations, Middle School Level 1 students will take Science and/or English as a Language Development class before proceeding into the mainstream material. The Language Foundations class may be taught in place of the student’s social studies class in order to help develop the needed language skills. ESD102: Middle School Language Development Curriculum: Ballard and Tighe: Champion of Ideas – Blue/Yellow Grade Level: 6-8 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: English Language Assessment Determining Level Assessments: Vocabulary and grammar quizzes, unit tests, and group/individual projects. The purpose of this course is to prepare Level 2 students for a rigorous secondary education. This class provides comprehensive language development for reading, writing, and grammar. The ELD department oversees students’ language development in core subject classes including science, social studies and English. Students attend these core classes with the goal of acquiring academic English language skills. Teachers in these classes work with the ELD coordinator and students to provide needed accommodations in curriculum, assignments, and assessments. ELD103: Middle School Language Support Curriculum: Ballard and Tighe: Champion of Ideas – Red/Blue/Yellow Grade Level: 6-8 Length: 2-3x/week; 1 year Prerequisites: English Language Assessment Determining Level Assessments: Vocabulary and grammar quizzes, unit tests, and group/individual projects. The purpose of this class is to supplement English language support for needed students. This class will build upon what is being taught in Middle School Foundations and Development. Some students may be taking Middle School Foundations at the same time as Middle School Language Support. ELD201: High School Language Foundations* Curriculum: Ballard and Tighe: Champion of Ideas – Red/Blue Grade Level: 9-11 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: English Language Assessment Determining Level Assessments: Vocabulary and grammar quizzes, unit tests, and group/individual projects. The purpose of this course is to prepare Level 1 students for a rigorous secondary education by taking their foundations in English to the next level. This class provides comprehensive language development for reading, writing, and grammar, as well as an academic vocabulary focus. The ELD department oversees students’ language development in core subject classes including science, social studies, and English. Students attend these core classes with the goal of acquiring academic English language skills. Teachers in these classes work with the ELD teacher and students to provide modified curriculum, assignments, and assessments.

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*Note – In some situations, High School Level 1 students will take Science and/or English as a Language Development class before proceeding into the mainstream material. Language Foundations class may be taught in place of the student’s social studies class in order to help develop the needed language skills. ESD202: High School Language Development Curriculum: Ballard and Tighe: Champion of Ideas – Blue/Yellow Grade Level: 9-11 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: English Language Assessment Determining Level Assessments: Vocabulary and grammar quizzes, unit tests, and group/individual projects. The purpose of this course is to enable students to be successful in mainstream secondary education. Students will be expected to apply class skills to their secondary core classes. Teachers in these classes work with the ELD department and students to provide accommodations for enhancing students’ acquisition of academic language proficiency in the subject areas. ESD203: High School Language Support Curriculum: Ballard and Tighe: Champion of Ideas – Red/Blue/Yellow Grade Level: 9-11 Length: 2-3x/week; 1 year Prerequisites: English Language Assessment Determining Level Assessments: Vocabulary and grammar quizzes, unit tests, and group/individual projects. The purpose of this class is to supplement English language support for needed students. This class will build upon what is being taught in High School Foundations and Development. Some students may be taking High School Foundations at the same time as High School Language Support.

Mathematics Courses MA010: Introduction to G6 Math Curriculum: Go Math, 2015 Ed. Grade Level: 6-7 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None Assessments: Chapter tests, spring and fall exams, quizzes, assignments, participation The purpose of this course is to provide the foundation needed to enter grade 6 mathematics. The course will focus on the building blacks for such topics including: Rational numbers, their operations, their algebraic representations; equations and functions; geometry; square roots, and probability. Each lesson includes practice problems. The course is laid out sequentially with each lesson building on the previous, and each chapter contains a basic mathematical focus. MA101: Math G6 Curriculum: Go Math, 2015 Ed. Grade Level: 6 Length: 1 year

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Prerequisites: None Assessments: Chapter tests, spring and fall exams, quizzes, assignments, participation The purpose of this course is to provide the foundation for continued study in mathematics throughout middle and high school. The first part of General Math will cover rational numbers, their operations, and their algebraic representations. Students will use various models to understand these concepts. The second half of the class will include topics such as equations and functions, geometry, square roots, and probability. Each lesson includes practice problems. The course is laid out sequentially with each lesson building on the previous, and each chapter contains a basic mathematical focus. MA102: Math G7 Curriculum: Khan Academy and Other Resources Grade Level: 6-7 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None Assessments: Unit tests, spring and fall exams, quizzes, assignments, Khan Academy Mastery Challenge The purpose of this course is to provide the foundation for continued study in mathematics throughout middle and high school. The first part of General Math will cover rational numbers, their operations, and their algebraic representations with an emphasis on integers. Students will use various models to understand these concepts. The second half of the class will include topics such as equations, geometry, data displays, and probability. MA103: Pre-Algebra Curriculum: Khan Academy and Other Resources Grade Level: 7-9 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: MA102 or teacher recommendation for skipping MA102 Assessments: Unit tests, spring and fall exams, quizzes, assignments, Khan Academy Mastery Challenge The purpose of this course is to provide a strong foundation in algebra while preparing students for future study of geometry, probability, and data analysis. There is an emphasis on introduction to linear equations and graphs. Geometry focuses study on parallel lines and Pythagorean Theorem. Students will be introduced to irrational numbers and estimate irrational numbers without a calculator. MA201: Algebra I Curriculum: Pearson Algebra I, Khan Academy and Other Resources Grade Level: 8-9 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: MA103 Assessments: Unit tests, spring and fall exams, quizzes, assignments, Khan Academy Mastery Challenge The purpose of this course is to explain families of functions, with special emphasis on linear and quadratic functions. As students learn about each family of functions, they will learn to represent them as verbal descriptions, equations, tables, and graphs. They will also learn to

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model real-world situations using functions in order to solve problems arising from those situations. MA202: Geometry Curriculum: Pearson Geometry, Khan Academy, and Other Resources Grade Level: 9-10 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: MA103 Assessments: Unit tests, spring and fall exams, quizzes, assignments, Khan Academy Mastery Challenge

The purpose of this course is to explore the properties of Euclidean Geometry. Students will perform both algebraic and geometric proofs. The main areas of study include parallel and perpendicular lines, triangles, quadrilaterals, and polygons. Students will also explore transformations graphically and algebraically. They will also focus on properties of circles. MA203: Algebra II Curriculum: Pearson Algebra II, Khan Academy, and Other Resources Grade Level: 10-12 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: MA103 Assessments: Unit tests, spring and fall exams, quizzes, assignments, Khan Academy Mastery Challenge

The purpose of this course is focused around families of functions including linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, radical, and rational functions. As students study each family of functions, students will learn to represent them in multiple ways – as verbal descriptions, equations, tables, and graphs. Students will also learn to model real-world situations using functions in order to solve problems arising from those situations.

MA301: Pre-Calculus Curriculum: Pearson Pre-Calculus, Khan Academy, and Other Resources Grade Level: 11-12 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: MA202 and MA203 Assessments: Skills check assessments, quizzes, daily practice work, and cumulative tests The purpose of this course is to prepare students for either AP Calculus or AP Statistics. Pre-Calculus combines students’ prior knowledge of Algebra 1 and 2, along with Geometry, to set the platform for Calculus and Statistics. Higher level trigonometry is also integrated throughout the course. Students will be able to model every type of function. At the end of this course, students will be prepared to take Calculus at the AP level. MA401: AP® Statistics Grade Level: 11-12 Length: 1 year (not offered 2018-19) Prerequisites: MA203 This course will be developed and offered in the future. MA402: AP® Calculus AB or BC

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Grade Level: 12 Length: 1 year (not offered 2018-19) Prerequisites: MA301 This course will be developed and offered in the future.

Physical Education and Health Courses PE101: Physical Education G6 Curriculum: Online resources Grade Level: 6 Length: 2-3x/week (Full year) Prerequisites: None Assessments: Tests, presentations, projects, writing assignments/journals, classwork, participation, etc. The purpose of this course is to teach students the necessary physical skills, knowledge, and personal-social attributes needed to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle. Times of skill development are used to make students more successful at a variety of physical activities including: volleyball, basketball, Ultimate Frisbee, badminton, tumbling, recreational sports (ping pong, four square and aerobics), flag football, and soccer. PE102: Physical Education G7 Curriculum: Online resources Grade Level: 7 Length: 2-3x/week (Full year) Prerequisites: None Assessments: Tests, presentations, projects, writing assignments/journals, classwork, participation, etc. The purpose of this course is to continue teaching students the necessary physical skills, knowledge, and personal-social attributes needed to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle. Times of skill development are used to make students more successful at a variety of physical activities including: volleyball, basketball, jogging, fitness activities, handball, flag football, badminton, soccer and possibly swimming. PE103: Physical Education G8 Curriculum: Online resources Grade Level: 8 Length: 2-3x/week (Full year) Prerequisites: None Assessments: Tests, presentations, projects, writing assignments/journals, classwork, participation, etc. The purpose of this course is to build upon the skill development learned in previous years; applying it to make students more successful in a variety of physical activities including: volleyball, basketball, jogging, fitness activities, handball, flag football, badminton, soccer and possibly swimming. PE201: Health and Wellness I

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Curriculum: Online Sources Grade Level: 9-12 Length: 5x/week (Full year) Prerequisites: None Assessments: Tests, presentations, homework tasks, quizzes, projects, participation, etc. This course partners with PE202 for a combined purpose of teaching students the necessary physical skills, knowledge, and personal-social attributes needed to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle. Times of skill development are used to make students more successful at a variety of physical activities including: weight training, volleyball, badminton, jogging, ultimate Frisbee, table tennis and potentially swimming. These skills are intended to help students discover activities they wish to pursue after high school. This course also includes health lessons throughout the year, which is indented to give students the necessary skills to make healthy choices. These lessons will include lecture, discussion, laboratory, and investigative settings. Health units include: Intro to wellness and fitness, nutrition, personal safety, injury prevention, stress management, and emotional health. Students will also undertake a personal skill improvement program during the 2nd quarter, which, requires researching, planning, and undertaking a program to improve an aspect of their skill-related fitness. PE202: Health and Wellness II Curriculum: Online Sources Grade Level: 9-12 Length: 5x/week (Full year) (not offered 2018-19) Prerequisites: None Assessments: Participation, homework tasks, quizzes, projects This course partners with PE201 for a combined purpose of teaching students the necessary physical skills, knowledge, and personal-social attributes needed to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle. Times of skill development are used to make students more successful at a variety of physical activities including: weight training, aerobics, soccer, Tae Kwan Do, handball and potentially swimming. These skills are intended to help students discover activities they wish to pursue after high school. The course also includes health lessons throughout the year, which is indented to give students the necessary skills to make healthy choices. These lessons will include lecture, discussion, laboratory, and investigative settings. Health units include: introduction to wellness and fitness, diseases and prevention, healthy choices, body systems and current events. During the 2nd quarter students will evaluate personal fitness levels, research, plan, and undertake a program to improve an aspect of their physical wellness. PE210: Health Sciences Length: 1 year Length: 2x/week (Full year) Prerequisites: SCI 201, PE201 and PE202 preferred Assessments: Participation, homework tasks, quizzes, projects This hands-on course will focus on choices associated with essential health topics that promote a healthy lifestyle. Students will use critical thinking skills and build upon knowledge from previous PE/Health and Biology classes to investigate topics such as: Fitness, nutrition, injury and prevention, First Aid and CPR, and personal safety.

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PE301: Lifetime Fitness Curriculum: Online Sources Grade Level: 9-12 Length: 2-3x/week (Full year) Prerequisites: PE201 and PE202 Assessments: Participation, homework tasks, quizzes, projects This course is designed for students who have an interest in improving their personal wellness through diet and exercise. The objective of this course is to prepare students to manage their own diet and exercise habits after high school. Students will spend part of their class time creating personal wellness plans so they can achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Times of skill development will also be an essential part of this course, offering student the opportunity to improve skills in a variety of activities they may wish to pursue after high school including: weight training, badminton, table tennis, aerobics, Tae Kwon Do, jogging, and possibly swimming.

Science Courses

SCI101: Integrated Science 1 Curriculum: Integrated iScience, Course 1, Glencoe 2017 Ed. Grade Level: 6 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None Assessments: Laboratory investigations, weekly quizzes, unit tests, in-class projects, presentations, formative exit tickets, and semester examination. The Integrated iScience program starts off its first course with an introduction into many of the concepts from earth, life and physical sciences. Course 1 builds a strong foundation of skills, vocabulary, and content that is necessary as students continue through the Integrated iScience program and into high school. This course allows student to experience the close correlation in various branches of science. SCI102: Integrated Science 2 Curriculum: Integrated iScience, Course 2, Glencoe 2017 Ed. Grade Level: 7 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: SCI101 Assessments: Laboratory investigations, weekly quizzes, unit tests, in-class projects, presentations, formative exit tickets, and semester examination. This course reviews content learned in Integrated iScience Course 1 but also continues to build upon and dig deeper into the concepts previously learned to match students’ growing intellectual level. The Integrated iScience program allows students to be hands-on and experience science in real-world applications in earth, life, and physical sciences. SCI103: Integrated Science 3 Curriculum: Integrated iScience, Course 3, Glencoe 2017 Ed. Grade Level: 8 Length: 1 year

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Prerequisites: SCI102 Assessments: Laboratory investigations, weekly quizzes, unit tests, in-class projects, presentations, formative exit tickets, and semester examination. This course reviews content learned in Integrated iScience Courses 1 and 2, but also continues to build upon and dig deeper into concepts previously learned to match students’ growing intellectual level. The Integrated iScience program allows students to be hands-on and experience science in real-world applications in earth, life, and physical sciences. Students will also be engaging in a cumulative research project that draws upon the concepts explored over the course of the year. SCI201: Biology Curriculum: Miller and Levine Biology Edition, Pearson, 2012 Ed. Grade Level: 9-10 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None Assessments: Quizzes and tests, essay project, lab journal, Science Fair project, individual and team projects. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to core biology concepts such as cellular and molecular biology, genetics and hereditary principles, ecology, evolution, and animals. The curriculum strongly emphasizes the development of problem-solving, critical thinking, and inquiry skills. This course provides students with a firm grasp of content ranging from microscopic cellular processes to the macroscopic interactions of organisms in the biosphere. Students will gain an appreciation for how our human population can become more fully integrated into the biosphere. SCI301: Chemistry Curriculum: Chemistry: Matter and Change, Glencoe 2017 Ed. Grade Level: 10-12 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: MA103 Assessments: Quizzes and tests, lab reports, individual and team projects. The purpose of this course is to study the chemical nature of matter, including its composition, structure, properties, and changes. Designed as a year-long course, it focuses on a wide range of chemistry topics including: atomic theory, electron configurations, the periodic table, different types of chemical reactions, states of matter, gases and solutions. In addition to gaining a solid conceptual understanding of chemistry, students will be challenged to apply their chemistry knowledge to solve both conceptual problems and laboratory problems. SCI302: Physics Curriculum: Physics: Principles and Problems, Glencoe, 2017 Ed. Grade Level: 10-12 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: MA103 Assessments: Quizzes and tests, lab reports, individual and team projects. The purpose of this course is to study the physical properties of matter and energy: kinematics, forces, rotational motion, fluids, heat, electricity, light, and sound. Students will grow in their

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understanding of physics as they study the content through collaborative learning techniques, direct instruction, and laboratory exercises. Significant emphasis is located on communicating results clearly and effectively. Additionally, students will complete a large number of practice problems to gain skills in technical problem-solving. SCI401: AP® Chemistry Grade Level: 11-12 Length: 1 year (not offered 2018-19) Prerequisites: SCI301 and Teacher Recommendation This course will be developed and offered in the future. SCI402: AP® Physics 1 or C Grade Level: 11-12 Length: 1 year (not offered 2018-19) Prerequisites: SCI302 and Teacher Recommendation This course will be developed and offered in the future.

Social Studies Courses SS104: World Regions (Western Hemisphere) Grade Level: 6 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None Curriculum Resources: Western Hemisphere, National Geographic, 2016 Assessments: Section quizzes, map quizzes, class discussion, review questions, unit and chapter tests, projects The purpose of this course is to provide a foundation of the study of world geography for the middle school student. Students are introduced to basic geography skills, as well as physical and human characteristics of the world. Topics shall include, but not be limited to: culture and climate regions, North America, Central and South America, the European Nations, Russia and the Eurasian Republics. SS105: World Regions (Eastern Hemisphere) Grade Level: 7 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None Curriculum Resources: Eastern Hemisphere, National Geographic, 2016 Assessments: Know/want to know assessment, learned charts, vocabulary checklists, map identification surveys, fact quizzes, unit tests, concept/skills exams, projects, and discussions The purpose for the study of Eastern World Geography for the middle school student is to create a better perspective of the broader eastern world, its foundations, characteristics, cultures and current issues. Students will review basic geography skills within the five themes of geography. Topics include but are not limited to: political regions and boarders; historical and current events; and culture and food within Africa, Middle East, Asia, and the Pacific, including Oceania.

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SS101: World Geography* Curriculum: Introduction to Geography, HMH, 2012 Grade Level: 6-8 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None Assessments: Chapter & unit tests, digital & print projects, class presentations & discussions, final exam The purpose of this course is to provide a foundation for the study of geography for the middle school student. Students are introduced to basic geography skills, as well as physical and human characteristics of the western world. Topics include, but are not limited to, culture and climate regions, political regions and borders as well as understanding current global issues. The internet, literature sources, and projects are used to develop understanding of physical and cultural geography skills. *Note – this course is being removed from the sequence and replaced with SS104 and SS105. It will be taught in 2018-19 to grade 8 to complete this grade’s scope and sequence for middle school. SS102: Ancient History* Curriculum: Teach TCI, History Alive: The Ancient World Grade Level: 7-8 Length: 1 year (not offered 2017-18) Prerequisites: None Assessments: Chapter tests and quizzes, class participation, projects, chapter notebook, and final exam. The purpose for the study of ancient history for the middle school student is to create a better perspective of the ancient world from the earliest human societies to the end of the classical era 500 C.E. Students will study ancient civilizations, innovations, cultural and social movements, the rise and fall of empires, and religions. Learning tools such as an online textbook, student notebook, primary sources. The internet, primary sources, news articles, class discussions, and individual projects will aid the student in forming knowledge about the ancient world and its impact on life today. *Note – this course is being removed from the sequence and the content integrated into a new course SS106 offered in 2019-20 to grade 8 and into the high school SS201 course. Students will not miss the content/skills, rather it will be moved into different courses. SS103: Medieval History* Curriculum: Teach TCI, History Alive: The Medieval World and Beyond Grade Level: 7-8 Length: 1 year (not offered 2017-18) Prerequisites: None Assessments: Discussion participation, personal interest projects, regional quizzes & unit exams The purpose for this course is to learn the history of the medieval world from approximately 500 – 1500 C.E. Students will study medieval innovations, cultural and social movements, rise and fall of empires, and religions. Learning tools such as an online textbook, student notebook,

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primary sources. The internet, primary sources, news articles, class discussions, and individual projects will aid the student in forming knowledge about the foundations of the world they live in today. *Note – this course is being removed from the sequence and the content integrated into a new course SS106 offered in 2019-20 to grade 8 and into the high school SS201 course. Students will not miss the content/skills, rather it will be moved into different courses. SS201: World History I Curriculum: Pearson; A History of World Societies, 10th Ed., 2014, Bedford-St. Martin’s Grade Level: 9-10 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: Successful completion of Middle School Social Studies Assessments: Class tests, examinations, project work, assignments, discussion boards The purpose of this course is to investigate ideas, controversies and developments in World History from the prehistoric era to the close of the European Middle Ages (1500). Topics include theories of cosmic beginnings; ancient Egyptian, Mesopotamian, Harappan and Eastern Civilizations; the beginnings of Daoism, Confucianism, Buddhism; ancient Greek thought and the Roman Republic; the formation of Classical societies; the unification of China; the origins and developments of Judaism and Christianity; the rise and fall of the early American Civilizations; the rise of Islam; African monarchies and empires; the Han, Tang, Song, and Mongol Empires; The Silk Road and the Commonwealth of Byzantium; the origins of the Ottoman Empire; Early and the High and Late Middle Ages. SS202: World History II Curriculum: Pearson; A History of World Societies, 11th Ed., 2017, Bedford-St. Martin’s Grade Level: 9-10 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None Assessments: Class tests, examinations, project work, assignments, discussion boards The purpose of this course is to investigate ideas, controversies, and developments in World History from the era of the Renaissance and Protestant Reformation (roughly AD 1500) to the present. Topics include European expansion and overseas empires; the rise of Islamic Empires, Ming and Manchu China as well as the Tokugawa Shogunate; the Scientific Revolution, the Enlightenment, the American and French Revolutions, the Industrial Revolution, Latin American independence, Colonialism and Imperialism, the end of Imperial China, the Russian and Chinese Revolutions, Meiji Japan, and the World Wars. Topics will also include the post-WWII era and the Cold War into the 21st Century. SS301: United States History Curriculum: The Americans, Holt-McDougal, 2012. Grade Level: 11-12 (not offered 2018-19) Length: 1 Year Prerequisites: SS201, SS202 preferred Assessments: Class tests, examinations, project work, assignments, discussion boards

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The purpose of this course is to provide students with a foundational knowledge of US History so they may acquire the necessary skills to analyze and understand the major events, trends, and ideas that shaped the history of the American people and other nations in relation to the U.S. Comparisons will be made with other nations to capture and open, more international vision. Major themes will include migration, colonization, nation building, expansion, slavery, the industrial revolution, civil war, industrialization, and World Wars. More recent events such as civil rights, the Cold War, and terrorism will also be analyzed from a multifaceted perspective. The internet, primary sources, class discussion, and individual and group projects will be used to develop a frame of reference for the broader themes involved. SS302: Economics Curriculum: Teach TCI, Econ Alive: The Power to Choose Grade Level: 11-12 Length: 1 Semester Prerequisites: SS201, SS202 preferred Assessments: Class tests, examinations, project work, assignments, discussion boards The purpose of this course is to investigate the main ideas, principles, philosophies, and theories concerning both micro- and macro-economics while using the tools of logical thinking, critical analysis, and intelligent inquiry. Topics include supply and demand, scarcity, free enterprise, closed and open economies, the presuppositions underlying Capitalism and Marxism, the role and structure of markets and business organizations, banking and finance, GDP and other economic indicators, inflation, unemployment and poverty, the role of taxes, fiscal policies and international trade. SS303: Systems of Government Curriculum: Teach TCI, Government Alive: Power, Politics, and You Grade Level: 11-12 Length: 1 semester Prerequisites: SS201, SS204 Assessments: Class tests, examinations, project work, assignments, discussion boards The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the fundamental concepts of government and to illustrate the diversity of the world’s political systems. This involves the study of political science theory, methodology, and the study of specific world regions through recent political history into the present. Time permitting, other pertinent topics such as supranational organizations and contemporary international relations will also be analyzed. SS310: Model United Nations (MUN) Curriculum: Online resources Grade Level: 9-12 (offered as needed) Length: 1 Year Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation Assessments: Projects, speeches, reading, and debates. This course will explore the purpose and functions of international organizations. The United Nations will be covered in detail. Students will have the opportunity to simulate UN functions and debate major issues of the United Nations. Students who successfully complete the requirements may attend an MUN conference in the spring (conference fee required).

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Students who fail to meet the requirements for conference attendance or who choose not to attend the conference will be required to present a lecture on another international organization (NATO, OAS, EU, etc.) to the class. SS401: AP® World History Grade Level: 11-12 Length: 1 year (not offered 2017-18) Prerequisites: Teacher Recommendation This course will be developed and offered in the future.

Elective Courses The following courses are offered based on student interest and availability. Not all courses are offered each year. For high school students, these count towards “elective” credits. Courses listed in sections above may count for high school credit in subject specific categories. Additionally, there are some support or remedial courses that are not listed that are offered as needed for specific students. Middle School Courses – ELEC010: Math Support Grade Level: 6-8 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None This course is designed to assist students in their math skill development. Students will work on specific skills that allow them to move towards grade level concepts. ELEC101: Creative Writing Grade Level: 6-8 Length: 1 year (offered as needed) Prerequisites: None In this course, students are developing their writing skills through project-based learning. Students are organizing their ideas, crafting arguments, revising their work, stating their point of view, peer-editing other student’s work, and learning more about the hard work and craft of writing. Students are expected to take on many roles in this course, such as a music critic, a reporter, and a playwright. ELEC102: Speech and Debate Grade Level: 6-8 Length: 1 year (offered as needed) Prerequisites: None Students will learn presentation skills and appropriate methods of defending their point of view through debate. Students will regularly write, edit and deliver speeches and debates. ELEC103: Design Technology (STEM)

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Grade Level: 6-8 Length: 1 year (offered as needed) Prerequisites: None A project-based, collaborative course that allows students to problem solve using science, technology, engineering, and math concepts. Application of other subjects and teamwork will be a part of each lesson. High School Courses – ELEC020: Math Support Grade Level: 9-12 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None This course is designed to assist students in their math skill development. Students will work on specific skills that allow them to move towards grade level concepts. ELEC201: Creative Writing Grade Level: 9-12 (offered as needed) Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None In this course, students are developing their writing skills through project-based learning. Students are organizing their ideas, crafting arguments, revising their work, stating their point of view, peer-editing other student’s work, and learning more about the hard work and craft of writing. Students are expected to take on many roles in this course, such as a music critic, a reporter, and a playwright. ELEC202: Speech and Debate Grade Level: 9-12 (offered as needed) Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None Students will learn presentation skills and appropriate methods of defending their point of view through debate. Students will regularly write, edit and deliver speeches and debates. EC201: 21st Century Technology Curriculum: Various technology training resources Grade Level: 9-12 (offered as needed) Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None Assessments: Observations, discussions, projects, unit tests, presentations The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of technologies used to run internet-based communications. Students will be working through projects that include websites, servers, photo collection databases, blogs, and social media programs. The class focus will be to plan, create, and manage projects that will benefit the school community, improve understanding and mastery of technology, and provide a moral base for engaging the world of the internet.

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TEC202: Introduction to Python Programming Language Curriculum: Severance, Charles. Python for Informatics v0.7 Grade Level: 9-12 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: Pre-Algebra, Tech 201 or Equivalent Skills Assessments: Coding assignments that progress in complexity and creative capacity. This course is designed to equip students with a workable foundation in computer programming through mastery of the fundamentals of Python. Python is designed with students in mind, but powerful enough to be utilized by professional enterprises. Upon completing the course, the student should be able to create useful scripts in Python, as well as have a strong understanding of the general fundamentals of all coding languages, like data type, loops, iterations, functions, classes, file writing, and basic networking. ELEC210: Service Learning Grade Level: 9-12 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None Students will take ownership of their civic responsibility by participating in hands-on opportunities to engage in service to their local and worldwide community. The culmination of this class will be a portfolio that includes research on current social issues, reflections throughout the year, and summaries of different service projects done throughout the year. ELEC211: SAT/College Preparation Grade Level: 9-12 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None This course is designed to help students prepare for the rigors of taking the PSAT and/or SAT tests offered by the College Board. Our primary goal is to identify and implement test taking strategies using prerequisite knowledge to increase student performance. Students are expected to take the SAT in the Spring of their 11th year of high school. ELEC212: Robotics Grade Level: 9-12 (may be offered 2018-19) Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None This course is designed to expose students to the fundamentals of robotics and engineering design processes. Students will use collaboration and learn key STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) principles as well as robotics concepts. At the end of the course, students will build a robot to compete against their classmates. ELEC301: College Preparation and Planning Grade Level: 11-12 Length: 1 year Prerequisites: None The purpose of this course is for students to prepare for University by researching and creating plans. Students will research careers and colleges that interest them and learn

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what is needed to succeed. The course will provide information about testing needed for gradation and the application process for universities worldwide. TECH401: AP® Computer Science Grade Level: 11-12 Length: 1 year (not offered 2018-19) Prerequisites: Teacher Recommendation This course will be developed and offered in the future.

While TWS-RAK strives to cater to the needs of all our students, all course offerings are subject to change.